What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Malaysia?

Cathay Pacific is the most popular carrier operating from Illinois to Malaysia

What airlines fly to Malaysia?

Turkish Airlines, ANA and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Malaysia from Illinois according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Malaysia. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Malaysia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Malaysia?

Prices for flights from Illinois to Malaysia are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Malaysia?

As of April 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Malaysia.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Malaysia?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Malaysia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Malaysia?

The required travel and health documents for your Malaysia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Malaysia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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1:10 pm - 9:40 pm

ORD

KUL

43h 30m

1 stop

8:05 am - 11:10 am

KUL

ORD

40h 05m

2 stops

$890Air India

Fri, May 15 - Tue, Jun 30

1:10 pm - 5:50 am

ORD

KUL

27h 40m

1 stop

8:05 am - 11:10 am

KUL

ORD

40h 05m

2 stops

$894Air India

Wed, May 6 - Tue, Jun 2

1:10 pm - 5:50 am

ORD

KUL

27h 40m

1 stop

8:05 am - 11:10 am

KUL

ORD

40h 05m

2 stops

$932Air India

Wed, May 6 - Tue, Jun 9

4:00 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

KUL

31h 05m

1 stop

2:45 am - 1:55 pm

KUL

ORD

24h 10m

1 stop

$941Cathay Pacific

Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 22

4:15 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

KUL

30h 50m

1 stop

1:10 pm - 1:55 pm

KUL

ORD

37h 45m

1 stop

$948Cathay Pacific

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 20

9:38 am - 8:25 am

STL

KUL

33h 47m

2 stops

9:35 am - 5:54 pm

KUL

STL

46h 19m

2 stops

$1,204Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Nov 18

9:44 am - 8:25 am

STL

KUL

33h 41m

2 stops

9:55 pm - 1:06 pm

KUL

STL

28h 11m

2 stops

$1,264Etihad Airways

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1

7:20 pm - 5:40 pm

ORD

PEN

33h 20m

2 stops

6:55 pm - 4:50 pm

PEN

ORD

34h 55m

2 stops

$1,373Qatar Airways

Sun, May 10 - Mon, May 25

7:20 pm - 5:40 pm

ORD

PEN

33h 20m

2 stops

6:55 pm - 4:50 pm

PEN

ORD

34h 55m

2 stops

$1,412Qatar Airways

Sun, May 10 - Sat, May 23

4:15 pm - 5:00 pm

ORD

BKI

35h 45m

2 stops

10:20 pm - 1:55 pm

BKI

ORD

28h 35m

2 stops

$1,459Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Oct 4

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Cathay Pacific flights from Illinois to Malaysia

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Cathay Pacific

Sep 7

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 05m

1 stop

KUL12:05 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 22

KUL2:45 amKuala Lumpur Intl

24h 10m

1 stop

ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$941

Cathay Pacific

Sep 21

ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 50m

1 stop

KUL12:05 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 19

KUL2:45 amKuala Lumpur Intl

24h 10m

1 stop

ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$948

Cathay Pacific

Sep 21

ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

39h 40m

1 stop

KUL8:55 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 20

KUL8:10 amKuala Lumpur Intl

42h 45m

1 stop

ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$950

Delta flights from Illinois to Malaysia

Our best Delta deals on Illinois to Malaysia flight tickets

Delta

Sep 7

MDW5:25 pmChicago Midway

39h 25m

2 stops

KUL9:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 23

KUL11:20 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

32h 11m

2 stops

MDW6:31 pmChicago Midway

$1,644

Delta

Sep 12

MDW4:30 pmChicago Midway

40h 20m

2 stops

KUL9:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 11

KUL11:20 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

35h 25m

2 stops

MDW9:45 pmChicago Midway

$1,684

Delta

May 6

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

26h 50m

2 stops

KUL9:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Jun 2

KUL11:20 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

34h 49m

2 stops

MDW9:09 pmChicago Midway

$1,844

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ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/15

1:10 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop43h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 6/30

8:05 am-11:10 am

2 stops40h 05m

$890

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/6

1:10 pm-5:50 am

1 stop27h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 6/2

8:05 am-11:10 am

2 stops40h 05m

$894

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/6

1:10 pm-5:50 am

1 stop27h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 6/9

8:05 am-11:10 am

2 stops40h 05m

$932

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ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/7

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/22

2:45 am-1:55 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$941

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/21

4:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 10/20

1:10 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop37h 45m

$948

St. LouisKuala Lumpur

STL - KUL

STLKUL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 10/18

9:38 am-8:25 am

2 stops33h 47m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/18

9:35 am-5:54 pm

2 stops46h 19m

$1,204

St. LouisKuala Lumpur

STL - KUL

STLKUL

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/25

9:44 am-8:25 am

2 stops33h 41m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/1

9:55 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops28h 11m

$1,264

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

7:20 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops33h 20m

Penang Intl

Mon 5/25

6:55 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops34h 55m

$1,373

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

7:20 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops33h 20m

Penang Intl

Sat 5/23

6:55 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops34h 55m

$1,412

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

4:15 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/4

10:20 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$1,459

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to Malaysia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Malaysia?

The cheapest month to fly to Malaysia from Illinois is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $837, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Malaysia during the month of April, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $839.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois to Malaysia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Malaysia from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Malaysia for around $1,041 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Malaysia from Illinois for as low as $757 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to Malaysia flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to Malaysia flight.

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Fastest flight time	22h 15m
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The fastest flight from Illinois to Malaysia takes 22h 15m

There are no direct flights from Illinois to Malaysia. There are no popular flight routes from Illinois to Malaysia.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Illinois to Malaysia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Malaysia?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Malaysia are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Malaysia?
As of April 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Malaysia.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Malaysia?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Malaysia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Malaysia?
The required travel and health documents for your Malaysia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Malaysia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Malaysia

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Illinois to Malaysia with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $655	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,302 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $677	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,195 reviews	Search ANA flights
Air India	PriceFrom $690	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,960 reviews	Search Air India flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $731	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,661 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $796	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,335 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $803	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,433 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $815	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,213 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,055	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 1,432 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,256	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,725 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Illinois to Malaysia?

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Can I find flights from Illinois to Malaysia with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from Illinois to Malaysia on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

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